Adult Community Care Clinical Therapist

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Job description

Provides care and services for adults with multifaceted needs that may include stabilization in living environment, coordination of placements, and support and services when discharging from higher levels of care. Services provided are primarily in the community and clients living environment. Services may include comprehensive assessment and treatment planning, solution focused therapeutic interventions, close collaboration with clinical team to determine and guide service provision. Position will lead a team to navigate and meet the comprehensive needs of the client.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide regular and consistent services and supports to clients identified appropriate for community supports.
Conduct comprehensive assessments of adult clients to determine their mental health needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
Provide short term therapeutic interventions as appropriate
Management of clinical treatment including crisis assessment and support as needed
Work closely with other members of the Community Care Team to insure clients integrated and holistic care needs are met
Service provision shall be conducted primarily in the clients living and other environments as necessary or appropriate
Trauma informed service delivery approach
Provide outreach and engagement when needed
Closely collaborate with other care teams within Polara to coordinate and meet client needs (Inpatient Hospital, Crisis Stabilization Unit, Outpatient Services, Primary Care)
Attend Adult Recovery Team Meetings (ARTs)
Participates as a team member and attends scheduled staffings and supervision.
Partners with client and team to identify treatment goals
Maintains clinical record per agency policy and procedure.
Attends all team meetings, case reviews, staff meetings, supervisory sessions, and in-service trainings
Management of all aspects of treatment, including referrals to additional resources when appropriate.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Masters degree in related field (counseling, social work) licensed or license eligible preferred
2-4 years of experience working within behavioral health
Experience working with individuals in crisis situations and/or in need of intensive support services preferred
Must possess valid drivers license
Ability to assess situations and demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving abilities
Ability to delegate and lead clinical team as appropriate
Understanding of DSM 5

We Offer the Following Benefits to Full Time Employees:

Medical Dental Vision Short and Long Term Disability Life Insurance Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Account Employee Assistance Program 401(k) Up to 3 Weeks of Paid Time Off 10 Paid Holidays per Year Shift Pay (for select inpatient positions) Educational Reimbursement Employee Wellness Committee and Wellness Portal

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